Top-tier Unruly Master

Chapter 2243: Chapter 2278: Time Reveals a Person’s Heart

The Tianmu Sea is now stable, as long as Zheng Tianxing is there, the Four Great Royal Clans will not dare to launch an attack on Tianmu Sea. Since that’s the case, whether Ding Fan is there or not makes no difference.

In the Northern Wastelands, as long as Ye Li is here, the Skeleton Sect and Zhong Family will not be a problem. He has eliminated the soul guide of Zhong Ziqi, allowing him to return to guard the Zhong Family land, and he has let Ye Li use Heaven and Earth Treasures to restore his Realm. He is only a short time away from full recovery, which is also an explanation to Zhong Zhiyong.

Ding Fan thought again, then called Wu Qingxia and the Fourth Elder, and also brought Ye Li over, telling him: "Wu Qingxia, this Moon Mist Island will be the Skeleton Sect’s in the future. Family Head Ye and his people will stay here, so you guys can continue to develop well. Family Head Ye, send an expert to Yuexia City for long-term stationed guard. If anything happens to the Herr Family, try your best to help, also take care of the Zhong Family."

Ye Li bowed toward Ding Fan and said, "Young Master, don’t worry, I will take care of these things."

Wu Qingxia and the Fourth Elder exchanged a look. Both saw deep helplessness in each other’s eyes. Ding Fan is a dragon, he was destined to fly out of the Northern Wastelands and soar through the heavens. He is destined to leave, and perhaps after he leaves, he will have no ties with the Skeleton Sect anymore.

Staring at Ding Fan, Wu Qingxia’s eyes reddened. She bit her lip, then asked Ding Fan: "Island Master! Can you take me with you?"

"No."

Seeing Wu Qingxia’s eager eyes, Ding Fan’s face did not show a trace of wavering. He said resolutely, "This journey to the Central Plains is unknown in length, with unforeseen dangers. I cannot take any of you with me into danger."

Wu Qingxia was heartbroken; she no longer spoke, just stood there in silence. Ding Fan told the Fourth Elder to summon Pu Feng and the other leaders of the Moon Mist Island factions. Coldly looking at the people in front of him, he said: "I heard that during the previous battle, some of you cursed me and were dissatisfied with me?"

"Swish..."

The faces of these people instantly turned deathly pale, and they all kneeled. When the Zhong Family’s army came to attack, some of them did indeed curse Ding Fan. But no one expected that to reach this point, Ding Fan is now not only king of Tianmu Sea but also the most powerful force in the Northern Wastelands. In this situation, as long as Ding Fan gives the order, not a single person standing here would survive.

Ding Fan said no more, just coldly watched these kneeling people. Ye Li’s faint killing intent spread throughout the room, making the atmosphere in the hall oppressive. Cold sweat soaked Pu Feng and others’ backs, and those Martial Artists who had spoken ill of Ding Fan behind his back were even more frightened, not daring to breathe loudly.

Looking at these trembling Samurai, Ding Fan said nothing for a long while. This became an incredibly difficult moment, making everyone feel as if a year had passed. Finally, Ding Fan spoke again: "I will not pursue past matters, from now on, all of you follow Wu Qingxia. If anyone among you doesn’t obey, Ye Li, eliminate him and his nine generations."

Ye Li quickly stepped forward with a salute and said: "Yes, Young Master, I understand."

Those led by Pu Feng all replied quietly: "We obey!"

Ding Fan lightly waved his hand to let these people withdraw. They wiped cold sweat as they retreated; Wu Qingxia and the Fourth Elder continuously bowed in thanks toward Ding Fan. They knew that Ding Fan was paving the way for the Skeleton Sect’s future. As long as no problems arise, the Skeleton Sect will surely grow stronger, much stronger than it was at Great Python Mountain.

Watching Wu Qingxia and the Fourth Elder leave with endless gratitude, Ding Fan asked Ye Li: "Patriarch Ye, that day Zheng Tianxing said the information wouldn’t leak. Do you think his words are trustworthy?"

"It should be trustworthy. The Ye family’s secret technique isn’t something ordinary experts can penetrate."

Ye Li thought for a moment and said: "Moreover, even if it’s leaked, it’s not a big deal. If it truly leaks, we will return to the alternate world as quickly as possible. At that time, just by sealing off contact with the outside, wait until you, Master, reach the Seventh Level of the Divine Realm. You’ll be able to refine the prohibition, and we’ll be able to come out then."

"Alright, if that day comes, I will do my utmost."

Ding Fan nodded, saying that the Ye Family has really expressed no qualms toward him, Ding Fan. To help him, Ye Li and the others are risking extermination of their entire clan.

Ding Fan contemplated, then asked Ye Li about a long-standing curiosity in his heart: "Patriarch Ye, I’m truly curious in my heart. I noticed there is no Heritage Temple in your alternate world, so how did you awaken the warrior heritage?"

"Ha~"

Ye Li laughed and explained to Ding Fan: "Master, in the Divine Realm, it’s not only the Temple of the Gods where the warrior heritage can be awakened. Many families and races have their special methods. When you go to the Central Plains in the future, you will discover many families and races you’ve never heard of in the Divine Realm. By then, many wondrous events will occur. The Central Plains are the heart of the Divine Realm, the most magnificent world, and the place many continent’s Martial Artists long for."

"The Central Plains!"

Ding Fan cast his gaze southward, his eyes gradually becoming clear. His heart was filled with longing, about to embark on an adventure in that mystical land. He couldn’t help but feel a bit excited. What kind of magical experiences awaited him in the Central Plains?

Daozhen City now seemed much quieter compared to before. There were indeed people walking in the city, but compared to the time when Master Daozhen was alive, it was vastly different.

This noon, the Teleportation Array suddenly lit up. Ding Fan walked out from it with Crimson Flame, and the two headed straight into the Tianyuan Auction House. The next moment, the Teleportation Array kept flashing, and countless people were transported in. Soon, many family patriarchs and elders in the city were alarmed, and everyone walked out of their homes. Daozhen City, which was once a bit sluggish, seemed to be full of vitality again due to Ding Fan’s arrival.

Under the guidance of Zheng Qing, Ding Fan arrived at a side hall of the Tianyuan Auction House. At this time, Zheng Tianxing was sitting inside, being served by two beautiful maidservants.

Seeing Ding Fan walk in, Zheng Tianxing didn’t rise to greet him. Instead, he smiled and said to Ding Fan, "Brother Ding is here, no need for formalities. Feel free to find a place to sit!"

Zheng Tianxing looked to be in his forties, with an elegant appearance. His smile made people unconsciously want to get close to him. It was hard to believe he was the second-ranked person on the Northern Wastelands War God Ranking.

Not being overly formal with Ding Fan, Ding Fan actually felt quite comfortable. He waved his hand to Crimson Flame, signaling him to find a seat, and then he sat down next to Zheng Tianxing, casually picking up a Spirit Fruit from the table and eating it heartily.

"Brother Ding, I heard that the Iron Lady went to your room yesterday. How did it go, did she manage to get you into bed? I’m telling you, this woman’s got way too many tricks. It’s okay to fool around, but be careful she doesn’t swallow you whole."

If there’s anything that can quickly bring two men closer, it’s probably talking about women. At this moment, Ding Fan said to Zheng Tianxing, "What are you thinking? I’m not that kind of person!"

"Haha!"

Zheng Tianxing laughed heartily, pulling the maidservant behind him into his arms and fondling her as he said, "Yeah, every man says he’s not that kind of person, but when the time comes, none of us are really human. The saga of heroes and beauties, it’s the theater of life for men. It’s no big deal, just that the Yan Family woman has a heavy mind for schemes. But in this world, what matters is strength. With strength, status and women naturally follow. Brother Ding, just don’t get too caught up, and you’ll be fine."

Ding Fan shook his head with a smile, then said solemnly, "I’m about to depart. There’s no time for such distractions. Chief Steward Zheng, you’re overthinking. I’m here to ask Chief Steward Zheng for a favor. After I leave, I hope you can help look after Skeleton Sect and the Herr Family. Ding Fan would be immensely grateful."

"That’s not a problem!"

After letting go of the beauty in his arms, Zheng Tianxing said gravely to Ding Fan, "Brother Ding, you’re going to the Central Plains? Are you giving up on the Northern Wastelands?"

"Well, indeed~"

He continued to speak to himself, "The Northern Wastelands are indeed too small. The Central Plains are where the strong should go. Brother Ding, your decision is correct. I thought you’d stay in the Northern Wastelands a while longer, and I was thinking of how to help you unify it."

Zheng Tianxing had meticulously laid such grand plans, intending to gift Ding Fan a hefty present. But in the end, he realized that Ding Fan didn’t appreciate it and was about to leave. Naturally, he felt uneasy. Though setting these plans took just a flick of the wrist, they took quite some thought.

Seeing the helplessness in Zheng Tianxing’s eyes, Ding Fan curled his lips into a smile. Although he didn’t like this gift, you don’t slap the face of someone giving you a gift. For Zheng Tianxing to go to such troubles to befriend him, he couldn’t turn a blind eye. So he said to Zheng Tianxing, "Brother Zheng, I thank you for thinking so highly of me and wanting to be my friend. I’m very grateful, but I like to be honest with people. It’s like the Skeleton Sect; they’ve helped me before, so I never abandon them. I may be a simple person, but I understand that much."

Zheng Tianxing felt touched, took a drink from the wine cup in front of him, and then said to Ding Fan, "Brother Zheng was wrong. I oversimplified things. I punish myself with a drink. Maybe I’ve spent too much time in the Central Plains and been influenced by their ways, forgetting that friendship is about sincerity, not the size of the benefits. Brother Ding, no matter what, as long as you call me ’Brother Zheng,’ in the future, whenever you summon me, Zheng Tianxing will risk his life for you."

Zheng Tianxing spoke these words sincerely, seemingly from the heart, moving the listener. Yet Ding Fan wasn’t entirely convinced. Friendship isn’t built overnight or through a few kind words. Just as the saying goes, "Time will tell the strength of a horse; time will reveal a person’s heart."

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